Student art shows spring up across city and suburbs

"The Fabric of Our Lives," created by Lowell High School students, on view this month at Mogan Cultural Center.

May's arrival means it's time to showcase student artwork -- and this year is no exception with excellent options around the region.

In Lowell, Western Avenue Studios fabric artist Margot Stage has spent time this spring working with Lowell High School students in a project called "The Fabric of Our Lives."

It involved creating self-portraits with cloth and fabric embellishments, like zippers and buttons.

"The engagement of the students, many of whom barely speak English, was powerful and moving -- and their creative productions are outstanding," said Stage.

All of the portraits are lashed together, symbolizing each individual within the larger community.

"My Little Brother," by Chelmsford High student Genesis Acosta, on view in May at Gallery of Floral Arts in Westford.

Check it out, along with other student artwork in the Lowell High School Senior Art Show on view through the weekend of May 17-18 at the Mogan Cultural Center, 40 French St., Lowell.

Georgia Spanos, owner of the Gallery of Floral Arts, 129 Littleton Road, Westford, showcases work by Chelmsford High School students through the month. Included is a variety of artwork, including graphite sketches, watercolors, scratch art, acrylics, collage and pen and ink.

"It is wonderful showcasing the work of these talented student artists," said Spanos.

Many of the students will attend art school and further their artistic endeavors with future study.

A reception will be held on Saturday, May 17, 1-3 p.m.

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Celebrate historic and cultural preservation on May 15 at Boott Cotton Mills Museum.

STUDENT VIEWS: Nineteen UMass Lowell graphic design and fine arts students, all members of the Class of 2014, present an exhibit of their work in a variety of media in the University and Dugan galleries, both located on the UML South Campus. The free exhibit, which is open to the public, gives the students, classmates, families and UML faculty a chance to reflect on the students' growth as artists over their past four years of study. A reception takes place Thursday, May 8, 5-7 p.m., and the exhibit runs through Saturday, May 17, with showings by appointment. Contact gallery coordinator Deborah Santoro at 978-934-3491 or Deborah_Santoro@uml.edu to schedule a time to view the show.

SAVE THE DATE: The Lowell National Historical Park, Lowell Heritage Partnership and the City of Lowell host a celebration on Thursday, May 15, from 5-7:30 p.m., at the Boott Cotton Mills Museum. It will mark the opening of Doors Open Lowell 2014 and honor members of the community for their help in cultural heritage and historic preservation. Those being honored include Phousita Huy and the Angkor Dance Troupe, the Boott Mill Developer LLC for Boott Mills West, Charter Environmental for the Residences at Perkins Park and the Greater Lowell Technical High School "Trades Skills Program" students. RSVP at 978-275-1705 or email Phil_Lupsiewicz@nps.gov.

SPRING FLING: Powers Gallery, 144 Great Road, Acton, greets spring with Through the Trees: New Work by Jane Dahmer, featuring acrylic paintings by the gallery artist that depict her fresh look at nature. Runs May 10-June 8, with a reception this Saturday, May 10, 4-7 p.m. 978-263-5105 or powersgallery.com.

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